Where's Noah when you need him?

Man is it getting ugly up here. Floods all around me.

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MY shop and home are fine in the areas they are with no worries but we are basically trapped from the outside world.

Catalogs

So how many of you get catalogs you don't want? I do, especially at work. Well I found this site, www.catalogchoice.org , to help ease the amount of catalogs you get.

Go sign up.

in Bay Area.

OK so I posted in the events about coming to the Bay Area and I couldnt' see it so I posted it two more times thinking something was wrong.

Seems that all three did post but I cna only see one of them and that is an effort to find.

So can you all please just PM me if you are gonna make it.

Rock Bottom Brewery in Campbell on Friday Nov. 2 about 7:00pm.

Lots of love.

Blog abuse

That will be me in the near future. With all that is going on I may be on here writing out my feelings and all that is going on.

Please be patient with me.

Hugnation on the road!!!!

Hey all,

Oct. 5 in Portland. Who's coming out for it!?!?!?!?!?!

www.hugnation.com/

The animal in me.

I'm a wolf!!!!

Description
The rugged wolf is athletic, good-looking and brims with self-confidence. A close relative of the domestic dog, it is stronger and more aggressive, managing to generate notoriety wherever it marks its territory. The wolf's dark reputation is mainly due to jealousy of its consistent success in work and romance. A wolf in full stride is quite impressive. Firing orders at subordinates while on the phone to customers -- no one can get the job done quite as efficiently as the wolf.

With an innate understanding of the value of teamwork, it's always ready to take its place in the chain of command -- either as leader or as simply a member of the pack. When a wolf decides to innovate, it makes sure that it has the backing of a capable team. In many ways, President Bush is an example of a wolf who owes much of his success to his team of lawyers, advisors, and supporters. This wolf is clear-headed and strong-minded -- always willing to compromise in the interests of getting a job done.

The wolf insists on fidelity from its mate, but even after its partner has sworn its devotion, the wolf must battle its canine hormones that drive it to distraction. On the positive side of the ledger, the wolf makes a gallant effort to remain faithful; satisfying its haunting need for romance through its strong platonic friendships. (At least that's what we're told) Deep down though, the wolf is still a puppy dog and its controlled exterior often masks a sentimental emotional core.

Wolves are facially expressive and readily communicate their emotional states with body language. They work hard at developing their social relationships, although, unlike their cousin the dog, they are quick to anger when they sense threats to the social order. When confrontations occurs, they sometimes react suddenly and violently, barking displeasure at offending subordinates. Close companions know to avoid their biting tongue until they resume their normal gregarious behavior.

Friendly and generous with those they consider to be peers, they have a tendency to show scant regard to those beneath them on the food chain. Sheep, deer, cottontails, prairie dogs and other small mammals are thus advised to show them appropriate respect, or risk being overwhelmed by their aggressive natures.

The wolf pulls no punches when communicating with its peers, for there is nothing that a wolf detests more than a yes-man. The truth must be told and damn the consequences. Those unable to handle its steely straightforward style are quickly relegated to the rear of the pack, while those who demonstrate courage are allowed to run alongside. Lions, eagles, wild dogs, tigers and bears are among the wolf's first choices as teammates in the race of life.

A nice weekend

So we didn't go to the burn. Am I sorry.....not really. I enjoyed our time home so much!!!!!

This weekend we boarded the pooches and set out to Portland for Saturday and Sunday. We went thrift store shopping then met Dee and Eric for drinks then off to Belmont Station. For those of you who don't know Belmont Station is a place that carries 1000 different beers, brews and meads. LOVE IT!!! They also ahve a beer cafe attached with a wonderful hummus plate.

I have been collecting beer bottles for about 2.5 years now and as of 2 weeks ago I had 99 bottles. I wanted something special for the 100 bottle so I held out til my next visit to B.S. Talked with one of the employees there and he walked me thru some of the more rare brews. After a bit I decided on Allagash Curieux. This is an Ale aged in Oak Bourbon barrels and there are only 350 cases bottled total. A

And I quote from the bottle:
" Each ale in this unique series is brewed in extremely limited qauntities. Following a lengthy fermentation, it is aged in oak barrels.....a different type of oak for each style. The oak aging process imparts a truly distinctive character. After bottling it is allowed to rest in our cellars where the natural carbonation slowly occurs. "

MY Opionion:
A strong oakiness to it followed by a mild nuttiness. The alcohol comes on strong in the flavor (in a wonderful way) almost like a scotch ale but just stops short of being overpowering. After about 20 minutes the flavors blend so wonderfully to coat your palate . My only complaint is that I didn't have a good cigar to go with this wonderful ale.

For those who don't remember or don't know....this is our 1 year wedding anniversary. What a wonderful year and what a wonderful partner I have!!!!! I am blessed beyond imagination. Thank you BRC!!!!!